talking-to
Example Sentences
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It worked, although he got a talking-to about knowing his role.
From Salon • Sep. 9, 2025
But after a serious talking-to from his corner, Catterall aimed to take the front foot and it paid off as he rocked Prograis with a hammering left.
From BBC • Oct. 26, 2024
Maybe it’s the teacher who needs a talking-to from the vice principal.
From Los Angeles Times • Sep. 22, 2024
Now banks will get a talking-to from their risk managers and from investors, maybe even at shareholder meetings.
From Scientific American • Mar. 18, 2023
So, of course, she had to have a “talking-to” from our principal—which is probably the hundredth talking-to Twig has had at this school.
From "The Science of Breakable Things" by Tae Keller
